EMC HAPPENINGS

Free rides in Bass Lake and Oakhurst

The free Bass Lake Shoreline Shuttle and Oakhurst Trolley continue their seasonal runs. For schedules and more visit www.yosemitethisyear.com.

Open Mic

Open Mic in Oakhurst at Queen’s Inn By the River beer garden and wine bar (41139 Highway 41) from 6:30 – 9 p.m. every Thursday. Hosted by Nicole and Terry Hoke – the event is free to attend and participate.

Villager’s Market at Bass Lake

Stop by The Pines Village at Bass Lake every Wednesday from 4 – 7 p.m. for the new Villager’s Market featuring a variety of fruit and veggies along with home baked treats, locally crafted goods and more.

Gold Dust Dancers

Gold Dust Dancers meet for square dancing on Wednesdays in the Pavilion Room at the Oakhurst Community Center from 6-7 p.m. For more information call Richard at (559) 642-2705.

Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop

The Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop continues June 18 with fine art, food, fun, friends and festive beverages. The Oakhurst Trolley will run during the hop. For more visit www.oakhurstarthop.com.

Becoming a Master Food Preserver

Learn what is involved in becoming a Master Food Preserver and enjoy a demo on making kefir and kombucha with kefir grains and kombucha SCOBY provided to take home. The class will be held at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst on Friday, June 19 from 2-5 p.m. Register for $10 at surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=49404 or call Barbara at (559) 448-7178 to reserve space.

Kiwanis dinner fundraiser

Sierra Oakhurst Kiwanis plans a fundraising Chicken Dinner on Friday, June 19 at the Oakhurst Community Center from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. The dinner costs $20 and includes tri tip, cole slaw, baked potato and cookies. To pay by check or Zelle (no cash) contact Bill Mayhew at (559) 580-5813 via text or phone or email wmmayhew@gmail.com.

Double Trouble at Golden Chain

The two-act original melodrama Double Trouble continues at the Golden Chain Theatre (42130 Highway 41) in Oakhurst on Friday and Saturday night with a Sunday matinee through June 28. For tickets and more information visit www.goldenchaintheatre.org.

Mountain Artisans Market

Held on the third Saturday of each month, Mountain Artisans Market returns to Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park (49777 School Road) in Oakhurst on June 20 from 4-9 p.m.

Bass Lake LIVE

American blues-rock guitarist, vocalist and recording artist AC Myles takes the stage on the Gazebo Deck at The Pines Resort in Bass Lake on Wednesday, June 24 for live music and optional dinner from 6:30 – 10 p.m. Visit www.basslake.com for more.

Becoming a Master Gardener

Learn what is involved and an overview of all the things you learn in becoming a Master Gardener and receive a free gift for all who attend the introduction at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst on Friday, June 26 from 1-2 p.m. Applications are open for the 2027 MG class. Visit www.ucanr.edu/county/madera-county/madera-county-master-gardener-program to find out more and apply. Workshops are free and open to the public.

Mid-Sierra Loggers Jamboree

The 66th annual Mid-Sierra Loggers Jamboree, “Timber & Tradition,” rips into town on Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5 at the North Fork Recreation Center with all proceeds going toward the North Fork Boosters General Fund. Amateur and professional competition, Loggers Jamboree Royalty, Parade and Wood Chopper’s Ball are among the highlights of this beloved event. For more information and tickets visit www.northforkboosters.org.

Bass Lake July 4 Boat Parade

The Bass Lake July 4th Boat Parade sponsored by the Bass Lake Chamber of Commerce is set with Penny Pie as this year’s Grand Marshal. The parade begins at the entrance to Willow Cove at 7 p.m. as vessels head toward The Pines Resort, loop around in front of The Forks and head to Miller’s Landing Resort. Judging will take place in front of the Miller’s Marina between 7:30 and 8 p.m. The parade is free to enter – winners will be notified on July 5. Call Miller’s to register (559) 642-3633.

Bass Lake July 4 fireworks

Fireworks go off for Independence Day at Bass Lake at dusk. Sunset is at 8:22 p.m. This event is the largest of any in Madera County with thousands in attendance. Apart from this public display all combustibles and fireworks including so-called safe and sane fireworks are banned by CAL FIRE in the foothill communities of Eastern Madera County including Bass Lake.